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Personal Description:

Hi, I am a fun but serious teacher who has worked with Hampshire Music Services and Southampton Music Services over the past 21 years .Having entered 1000s of pupils in the past 30 years I have only had 2 failures with the last five Grade 8 candidates obtaining distinctions.

If you don't fancy exams I have a wide library of music that I can recommend so that you can progress without any pressure. The library ranges from the latest CD pop pieces to Classical Ensembles.

I also run MUSIC FUN FACTORY and have several "Elastic Bands" within this group -- so called because I will keep on stretching you. One of the groups is for beginners ( Adults and Children) where you can hire instruments for the session and can overtime learn to play film themes etc in a relaxed atmosphere learning basic notes to begin with. I also cater for learners up to Grade 8 + in different groups I run. It is £3 per session and £3 to hire. I also run a Grade 4 plus group and a Ukulele group.

Tutoring Experience:

I started teaching in Devon 35 years ago in KEVICS, Totnes and Abbey School , Torquay… oh and at home privately, much to my Parents annoyance. In 1994 I got married and moved up to Hampshire where I joined Hampshire Music Services and as well as working at Thornden School I did much award teaching. I have worked in many schools in the area and have also worked for Southampton Music Service.

I have recently taken my Jazz Flute Exam Grade 8 and am in a sax group and a Jazz Improvising group… I am well qualified to teach Jazz Saxophone, Clarinet or Flute. I can also teach Classical to an Advanced standard because I have a wide range of orchestral experience varying from my own Flute Quintet to Solo Concertos with backing orchestra.

I also conduct Music Fun Factory, Hedge End iwhich encourages music playing for all ages in the Community ( Complete Beginner to Advanced).

Tutoring Approach:

Learning must never be a chore. It must always be approached in a methodical way to help progression but at that same time it must be FUN.
I tailor the lessons to suit the candidate because everyone learns in different ways and likes different types of music.

I can possibly travel for £18 per half hour to the Chandlers Ford area

AnitaFrom Jenny (5/5): Good teacher, flexible, accommodating and good value.

AnitaFrom Josie (5/5): learnt loads in first lesson :)

Reply from: Anita: It is super to get such lovely comments after all the hard work and preparation I put into lessons. Thank you Josie.

AnitaFrom Peter (5/5): Wow, aren't I just lucky. Anita is a very creative, multi-instrumentalist and a great encourager and tutior.
In addition to the lessons Anita offers me (two so far) she has introduced me to Hazel at her local music shop at West End and two bands that she leads; and is already talking about me doing my grade exams and joining a more advanced band.
Way beyond my expectations!
Thank you.
Peter

Reply from: Anita: Thank you for such lovely comments. If a pupil works as hard as you have the results and enthusiasm from myself naturally occur.thus making my job more enjoyable.

AnitaFrom Pamela (5/5): It has been a fun time learning with Anita.Nitty grittys are tackled as and when and in such a way that it is enjoyable.

Reply from: Anita: I aim at making all lessons fun. Glad I have succeeded again.

AnitaFrom Natasha (5/5): Loving my lessons so far. I really like your relaxed yet coaxing style of teaching. You know when to push and when not to, as well as always having helpful tips and ideas to try. I also like that you balance constructive criticism with praise as this is encouraging!